Dry and itchy scalp

Dry and itchy scalp

If the natural moisture balance of the scalp is disturbed, this can lead to dry, itchy scalp. The permeable skin barrier allows harmful substances to penetrate the skin and trigger micro-inflammations of the scalp. Micro-inflammations can cause various symptoms such as itching, redness or a feeling of tension. These symptoms can be easily relieved by a regular care routine. Eucerin DermoCapillaire Urea Scalp Soothing Shampoo and Eucerin DermoCapillaire Urea Scalp Soothing Intensive Tonic soothe itching, calm the scalp and improve its moisture supply.

What is dry and itchy scalp?

Dry, itchy scalp can cause considerable discomfort, a significant amount of suffering and lead to irritation or inflammation. The causes of dry and itchy scalp are manifold, there can be internal and external triggers. Understanding these is the first step towards improving and stabilizing the condition of the scalp.

If the natural moisture balance of the scalp is disturbed, this can lead to dry, itchy scalp. Dry and itchy scalp is also possible as a result of skin aging or skin diseases such as neurodermatitis or psoriasis; the symptoms can be of varying severity. Dry, itchy scalp can cause considerable discomfort and suffering and can lead to irritation or inflammation. If you scratch yourself because of the itching, the scalp can become inflamed.If you scratch yourself because of the itching sensation, your scalp may become inflamed.

The main causes of dry and itchy scalp

Internal influences that can lead to dry and itchy scalp are:

Skin diseases such as neurodermatitis or psoriasis

Ageing – the older a person gets, the drier his skin becomes

physical or emotional stress

genetic factors

hormonal changes

External influences that can lead to dry and itchy scalp are

Temperature changes or change of seasons

Lifestyle factors such as malnutrition or smoking

certain drugs

Pollution

Shampoos, soaps or hair treatments

When the scalp’s natural moisture is lost, the skin barrier can become permeable. This allows harmful substances to penetrate the skin and cause micro-inflammation of the scalp. Micro-inflammations can cause various symptoms such as itching, redness or a feeling of tension.

What are micro-inflammations? Micro-inflammations are inflammations of the scalp not visible to the naked eye. On closer examination of these skin areas, the Eucerin researchers have come across a significant discovery. They found immune cells and elevated inflammatory mediators, indicating that defensive reactions take place here. If existing causes for this process are not eliminated, the persistence of the micro-inflammations can cause the symptoms to change into a “visible” inflammation.

What influence do micro-inflammations have on the scalp? The current state of research strongly suggests that there is a link between micro-inflammation and common scalp problems – such as dandruff, dry scalp, itching and sensitive scalp.
1. Healthy skin 2. Micro-inflammation 3. Inflammation (erythema)

Common misconceptions

There are some home remedies up to foot spray that are supposed to help against dry and itchy scalp. However, there is no evidence of the effectiveness of these home remedies.

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